I don't know what's going on with me, just 3 years ago, i was this responsible 18 year old.....i graduated from highschool, worked 2 jobs, then decided to go to school a year later as a dental assistant......during college i got pregnant....before i had my son, i left school.....gave birth to him, 2 months later...i was back in school, and then graduated as a dental assistant....my family was soo proud of me...that's when it all happened......i got scared.....i was nervous about leaving school and looking for a dental assisting job...i was afraid that i would fail...so i went into temporary warehousing......made okay money, but was always broke.....my family is pressuring me to get a dental assisting job, but they don't understand how scared i am...now I'm sitting home, haven't worked in 2 weeks,because i was laid off at the warehouse..my family and relatives r disappointed in me, they say I have no drive anymore...I use to be so hard working..i don't know what's going on??
Is it depression or am I just slacking?????
it's anxiety and depression. see a doctor
Reply:This is not depression this is anxiety. See your doc about getting some help for it. Also since you are nervous about tryng dental assistant work why not look for a part time job as a dental assistant and work your way into it. It is scary but if you passed school and all your exams you are more than qualified to do the job. See your doc about the anxiety and get this treated and then go out and find something that interests you.
Reply:I can totally relate to your situation...I'm 26 and I haven't had a job for 2 years since I've been going to school full-time and just doing the school thing..I will be trying to find a job this summer and I am afraid about working and I am afraid that what I am getting my major in ..I'm afraid I won't succeed or do well at what I am working for...I think I am afraid of succeeding..
Reply:Your going to have to get over your fear and apprehension and get out there and apply for a job in your field of expertice.
You will find that working with people in a dental office will be pleasant and you will be doing them a lot of good.
Reply:It's probably all the stress thats making you feel that way. NO YOU ARE NOT SLACKING, I especially no how it feels to be scared to make adventurous decisions especially when I child is involved, I quit my job when I was 3 mnths prego, went back to school when my daughter was 3 mnths old, and I am getting ready to graduate in may, you have to take the whole dive girl, I know it's very difficult, but you have to push yourself to make a better future for you and your child, a career with benefits, healthcare, etc. Think of the benefits in the long run, the only bad decision is the one you never make. Good luck sweety.
Reply:It does sound like depression. I think you should talk to your doctor about what you are going through so you can get help if you need it or just talk to someone who will not judge you. Just listen with an open heart. Good Luck and I hope you do what you need very soon.
Reply:Fear can be paralyzing, and I think you already know that's what's going on.
You could pick up some motivational vids from the library. But they're going to tell you what you already know. You have to grab that dentist by the ... horns and GO FOR IT!
The longer you wait the harder it's going to feel.
Ultimately, most feel that same anxiety when going from school to our trained field. The awkwardness goes away REALLY fast, when you find yourself doing with ease the things that you are worrying about.
Take that first step and send out the applications.
Good Luck and remember, it's just another job. If you don't like it, move on and find another.
Reply:In my own opinion from what you have said it doesn't sound like depression. It's sounds like you've had a stressful and hard time over the past few years, you've been a busy girl, a lot of people couldn't take on all you have! It's sounds like you need some "me" time. Take some time out to try and figure out what it is you want to do in life. Everybody is nervous when getting their first "proper" job. But hey, you graduated as a dental assistant, so you have heaps going for you, it just sounds like you need to build up your confidence and have faith in yourself. Try talking to your family about what's going on in your head, they are there to support you.
Reply:I am sorry that you are facing this in an already stressful life. Please seek counseling. I cannot say that you are depressed for certain, but if this has been how you have felt for over a month, there is a strong possibility. Either way, counseling will help you understand and face your fears. Do it for your son. He needs you to be your best, so he can grow to be his best.
Reply:Depression/mental illness, has become a common excuse for slacking...
Might as well jump on the band wagon. It's as good an excuse as any I suppose?
Reply:yep i would say u are stressed in some way
or mayby you are having panic attacks
child birth could have been the trigger.
i heard just the other day about an increse in woman who have given birth.
but it could have been set off buy a old trumatic happining in your life.
http://www.depressionet.com.au/volunteer...
http://www.beyondblue.org.au/index.aspx?...
Please try these links
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Why is my family constantly talking crap about me?! how do i get them to stop???
this really hurts and I don't know what to do! I'm a 20 year old mother of a 15 month old, I'm a hard worker, graduated from highschool, worked 2 jobs after that, then graduated from college to become a dental assistant, while working a full time job.I'm a great mother, I have a great very loving boyfriend that my family hates with a passion.well, we basically hit rock bottom with our warehouse job and got laid off.i hated dental assisting, so that's why i never went back to the field, but i was being looked down on, critisized by my family, pressured to go into the dental field.almost every few days, i hear about my family talking crap about us. and we were broke, so i needed financial help.so i decided to change it. I looked for a dental assisting job, scored some interviews, my boyfriend got his job back, and they're still not satisfied! but they can't talk, they all work dead end jobs.they won't stop talking about me, i can't even go to family functions without them talking!
Why is my family constantly talking crap about me?! how do i get them to stop???
Like the old saying we cant choose our family but we can choose our friends. Try to look at your family as friends . Good Luck
Reply:hey nikki,
honey, first of all, NEVER LET YOUR FAMILY TELL YOU HOW YOUR LIFE SHOULD BE LIVED! you are the one that has to live it and deal with the decisions that you make, not them. you have to raise your baby, not them. you are in the relationship, NOT THEM. i find from experience that family will "pop their chops" when they are jealous, threatened by your success, or just to make them feel better. girl, i got married at 15 to a 22 year old, so you know i heard alot of talk, but guess what, they are all still single or in miserable relationships and my hubby and i just celebrated 13 years of marriage and we are sooooooooooooo happy STILL. my point is although they are your family and some may honestly think that they are "doing this in your best interest" leave them in the dark, dont tell them no decisions that you and your boyfriend make, you are grown and have to answer to no one but God. if you continue to live your life the way they want you to, you will NEVER be truly happy, think about that.
Be Blessed
Reply:Don't put up with it ,maybe you made some mistakes;we all do, but if they are constantly bashing you then its time to cut ties with them at least for a while.
You are young and it would be nice to have family support(emotional) with a new baby and all but if they are hell bent on
judging/putting you down then stop letting them hurt you.
Just work hard as a Dental Asst. for now since you already went through School for it, you have financial troubles and a young child so it's better to stick with what you know until you have some savings and can look for something else you might enjoy.
Keep your chin up and your distance from your relatives,while making a Great Life with your Boyfriend and Baby. Hopefully your family will realize they miss you in their lives.
Reply:You family is being pretty mean. I'm sure they are just very worried for you, and they are concerned, but let them know you dont appreciate how they are behaving. Lay it all out, tell them straight up. Dont take crap from anybody, noone ever deserves it. So many people have been in the same situation...even me. It's normal. Just gotta go with the flow, and enjoy life.
Reply:Do what I did, tell them to kiss your pretty little a** goodbye and leave!!!!
Why is my family constantly talking crap about me?! how do i get them to stop???
Like the old saying we cant choose our family but we can choose our friends. Try to look at your family as friends . Good Luck
Reply:hey nikki,
honey, first of all, NEVER LET YOUR FAMILY TELL YOU HOW YOUR LIFE SHOULD BE LIVED! you are the one that has to live it and deal with the decisions that you make, not them. you have to raise your baby, not them. you are in the relationship, NOT THEM. i find from experience that family will "pop their chops" when they are jealous, threatened by your success, or just to make them feel better. girl, i got married at 15 to a 22 year old, so you know i heard alot of talk, but guess what, they are all still single or in miserable relationships and my hubby and i just celebrated 13 years of marriage and we are sooooooooooooo happy STILL. my point is although they are your family and some may honestly think that they are "doing this in your best interest" leave them in the dark, dont tell them no decisions that you and your boyfriend make, you are grown and have to answer to no one but God. if you continue to live your life the way they want you to, you will NEVER be truly happy, think about that.
Be Blessed
Reply:Don't put up with it ,maybe you made some mistakes;we all do, but if they are constantly bashing you then its time to cut ties with them at least for a while.
You are young and it would be nice to have family support(emotional) with a new baby and all but if they are hell bent on
judging/putting you down then stop letting them hurt you.
Just work hard as a Dental Asst. for now since you already went through School for it, you have financial troubles and a young child so it's better to stick with what you know until you have some savings and can look for something else you might enjoy.
Keep your chin up and your distance from your relatives,while making a Great Life with your Boyfriend and Baby. Hopefully your family will realize they miss you in their lives.
Reply:You family is being pretty mean. I'm sure they are just very worried for you, and they are concerned, but let them know you dont appreciate how they are behaving. Lay it all out, tell them straight up. Dont take crap from anybody, noone ever deserves it. So many people have been in the same situation...even me. It's normal. Just gotta go with the flow, and enjoy life.
Reply:Do what I did, tell them to kiss your pretty little a** goodbye and leave!!!!
What should i put on my resume when im changing careers?
ok, about 5 years ago i was dental assisting in a dental office. I got out of that and got into childcare and am now a nanny. So for the last 4 years i have excellent childcare experience with excellent childcare references. Well, now i want to get back into dental assisting and employers would like for me to submit a resume. I have an excellent nanny resume but dont even have one for my jobs back when i was younger. I cant even remember exact dates of employment and if a new employer calls them for references they probably will not even know me. So my question is, should i just make up a "dental assisting" resume and not include my last 4 years of employment as a nanny seeing as how it would have nothing to do with the job i am applying for? Or include ALL employment no matter what job i am applying for. And what if i cant remember employment dates??????
What should i put on my resume when im changing careers?
I think I would include all emplyment so it does not look like you have employment gaps in your resume
The date issue is an interesting one - If you have your old tax records that might help you
What should i put on my resume when im changing careers?
I think I would include all emplyment so it does not look like you have employment gaps in your resume
The date issue is an interesting one - If you have your old tax records that might help you
This question is for II-Smarty?
The books and things I need are
Custom keys to success with Planner and Journal RVP \ ISBN- 0-13-205952-5 / Pearson,
Modern Dental Assisting 8E Package \ 1-416-02331-3 \ Saunders,
Dental Radiography Principles and Techniques 3E \ 0-7216-1575-3 \ Saunders,
Mosebys Dental Dictionary \ 0-323-02510-2 \ Mosby,
Canadian Office Adminitrator 1E \ 0-17-606985-2 \ Nelson,
Mcbees Dental Kit \ 000-000-9301 \ NEBS,
Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist \ 0-7817-4090-8 \ Login Brother,
Essentials of the Intra Oral Dental Assisting \ holland Colle
This question is for II-Smarty?
Man looks like you need a lot, sorry I don't have anything you have listed. I wish you luck in getting them, but as my daddy told me, you know how I got mine? get a job. Best wishes from Texas.
ladies dress shoes
Custom keys to success with Planner and Journal RVP \ ISBN- 0-13-205952-5 / Pearson,
Modern Dental Assisting 8E Package \ 1-416-02331-3 \ Saunders,
Dental Radiography Principles and Techniques 3E \ 0-7216-1575-3 \ Saunders,
Mosebys Dental Dictionary \ 0-323-02510-2 \ Mosby,
Canadian Office Adminitrator 1E \ 0-17-606985-2 \ Nelson,
Mcbees Dental Kit \ 000-000-9301 \ NEBS,
Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist \ 0-7817-4090-8 \ Login Brother,
Essentials of the Intra Oral Dental Assisting \ holland Colle
This question is for II-Smarty?
Man looks like you need a lot, sorry I don't have anything you have listed. I wish you luck in getting them, but as my daddy told me, you know how I got mine? get a job. Best wishes from Texas.
ladies dress shoes
Do you get charged for using the out of hours dental service?
I am not registered with a dentist and i have a sore tooth..I am thinking of phoning the out of hours dental service that the NHS Trust provides, but i am not sure how much they charge for treatments etc...can anyone assist?
Do you get charged for using the out of hours dental service?
No the out of hours service should be free. If not register at a dentist and if they have to give you 'emergency treatment' then its normally on the NHS and is free. Even if they do charge for it it wont be nearly as much as private dentists charge
Reply:Why not just pick a dentist and make an appointment during regular office hours as this would be a heck of a lot cheaper than using an after hourse service.
Reply:ive used this service several times like an emergency,i do not work at the moment so i got the treatment for free if you work it depends on what you have done and what you must pay and depending on your circumstance you may be given time to pay,hope this has helped
Reply:yes if you normally pay for NHS treatment..i am a dental nurse in one of theses clinics..the cost would come under the band 1 treatment plan which is £15.50
Reply:The actual call out costs nothing but you have to pay for any treatment you recieve(if you normally pay for treatment).
The charges for NHS treatment are the same whether it is at an normal appointment or as an emergency.
Reply:If you have to pay NHS charges for dental treatment then you have to pay for treatment out of hours. A lot of people go to these clinics, which are supposed to be for dental emergencies only, because they think they're free.
If you are entitled to free treatment, please take along proof of exemption.
Do you get charged for using the out of hours dental service?
No the out of hours service should be free. If not register at a dentist and if they have to give you 'emergency treatment' then its normally on the NHS and is free. Even if they do charge for it it wont be nearly as much as private dentists charge
Reply:Why not just pick a dentist and make an appointment during regular office hours as this would be a heck of a lot cheaper than using an after hourse service.
Reply:ive used this service several times like an emergency,i do not work at the moment so i got the treatment for free if you work it depends on what you have done and what you must pay and depending on your circumstance you may be given time to pay,hope this has helped
Reply:yes if you normally pay for NHS treatment..i am a dental nurse in one of theses clinics..the cost would come under the band 1 treatment plan which is £15.50
Reply:The actual call out costs nothing but you have to pay for any treatment you recieve(if you normally pay for treatment).
The charges for NHS treatment are the same whether it is at an normal appointment or as an emergency.
Reply:If you have to pay NHS charges for dental treatment then you have to pay for treatment out of hours. A lot of people go to these clinics, which are supposed to be for dental emergencies only, because they think they're free.
If you are entitled to free treatment, please take along proof of exemption.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Volunteering in a dental office?
id like to get myself involved with dentistry before i apply to dental school. what types of work would a dentist have me perform if i were to vounteer at an office. obviously i couldnt assist him/her, seeing i dont have any prior experience, but what other types of work could i do?
id appreciate it if someone with this experience, be it an assistant or actual doctor, answer this question, but anyone will do. thanks!
Volunteering in a dental office?
I'll agree with emmalue. You really won't be able to DO anything clinical or related to clinical procedures. You are not OSHA-trained, you have not had your hepatitis vaccination and there are liability issues.
You would be able to watch, though. This sounds kind of lame, but after a week of visitation for 3-4 hours per day, you will have a better sense of what goes on in a dental office.
Now I'll disagree with emmalue. Frankly, I'd say that you would not gain very much by filing or dumping trash cans and you'd be wasting valuable time that could be spent observing and learning if this is the right career for you. Make it clear that you are not there for those purposes.
Reply:They'll probably have you assist with administrative duties. Typical office duties would include filing, setting up appointments, answering phones, etc.
Reply:I pondered your question for a while since I went to school a long time ago and became a dental assistant and worked in the field about one year afterwards and that work wasn't what I wanted to keep doing. In a large office there may be some paperwork you could do or possibly being the one to do the cleaning routine of the instruments used between patients. My advice, go talk with some dentists and see if they want to help you out with your request.
Reply:Our office frequently takes on unpaid job-shadow positions. The perfect candidate can fit into the clinical setting and know when to watch and when to back off.
Some offices are naturally teaching offices, where the doctors love to explain what they are doing while they work.
If you want to have such a position, I would urge you to talk about your willingness to do whatever is needed in the office - from emptying waste bins to setting up trays. An eager learner will be given good opportunities to do hands-on training.
Dress appropriately, watch your verbiage (none of the, "ooooh, bood! how gross!!), and show a willingness to work with the team. Interview with several offices and find one that is a good fit.
Reply:The best place to start is with your own dentist. Tell him of your plans to apply to dental school and ask for his help. He will probably be happy to allow you to come in and observe him at his work. Yes, since you don't have any experience you wouldn't be able to do really anything but you can gain a lot of knowledge by watching and listening. To observe for a few days will give you a good idea of what it's all about. You may be excited about your career choice or you may be thankful that you did some research before jumping in head over heels. I'm sure your dentist will give you insight into dentistry and be delighted to assist you in making your decision about joining this profession. Good luck and I hope you'll check with your dentist and enjoy every minute of your time there.
Reply:KRISTINA,
PROBABLY THE BEST THING TO DO IS TO CALL A DENTAL OFFICE AND SPEAK WITH THE OFFICE MANAGER. REALIZE THAT DENTAL OFFICES ARE NOT TRAINING GROUNDS FOR SOMEONE WALKING IN FROM THE STREET, BUT I THINK YOU SHOULD DECIDE WHAT IN DENTISTRY ATTRACTS YOU TO IT. THEN DEPENDING ON WHAT YOU LIKE, THEN RECEIVE THE TRAINING FOR THIS WHETHER IT'S ASSISTING, A HYGIENIST OR A DENTIST.THEY ALL HAVE DIFFERENT REQUIREMENTS FOR WHAT THEY DO.
GOOD LUCK.
id appreciate it if someone with this experience, be it an assistant or actual doctor, answer this question, but anyone will do. thanks!
Volunteering in a dental office?
I'll agree with emmalue. You really won't be able to DO anything clinical or related to clinical procedures. You are not OSHA-trained, you have not had your hepatitis vaccination and there are liability issues.
You would be able to watch, though. This sounds kind of lame, but after a week of visitation for 3-4 hours per day, you will have a better sense of what goes on in a dental office.
Now I'll disagree with emmalue. Frankly, I'd say that you would not gain very much by filing or dumping trash cans and you'd be wasting valuable time that could be spent observing and learning if this is the right career for you. Make it clear that you are not there for those purposes.
Reply:They'll probably have you assist with administrative duties. Typical office duties would include filing, setting up appointments, answering phones, etc.
Reply:I pondered your question for a while since I went to school a long time ago and became a dental assistant and worked in the field about one year afterwards and that work wasn't what I wanted to keep doing. In a large office there may be some paperwork you could do or possibly being the one to do the cleaning routine of the instruments used between patients. My advice, go talk with some dentists and see if they want to help you out with your request.
Reply:Our office frequently takes on unpaid job-shadow positions. The perfect candidate can fit into the clinical setting and know when to watch and when to back off.
Some offices are naturally teaching offices, where the doctors love to explain what they are doing while they work.
If you want to have such a position, I would urge you to talk about your willingness to do whatever is needed in the office - from emptying waste bins to setting up trays. An eager learner will be given good opportunities to do hands-on training.
Dress appropriately, watch your verbiage (none of the, "ooooh, bood! how gross!!), and show a willingness to work with the team. Interview with several offices and find one that is a good fit.
Reply:The best place to start is with your own dentist. Tell him of your plans to apply to dental school and ask for his help. He will probably be happy to allow you to come in and observe him at his work. Yes, since you don't have any experience you wouldn't be able to do really anything but you can gain a lot of knowledge by watching and listening. To observe for a few days will give you a good idea of what it's all about. You may be excited about your career choice or you may be thankful that you did some research before jumping in head over heels. I'm sure your dentist will give you insight into dentistry and be delighted to assist you in making your decision about joining this profession. Good luck and I hope you'll check with your dentist and enjoy every minute of your time there.
Reply:KRISTINA,
PROBABLY THE BEST THING TO DO IS TO CALL A DENTAL OFFICE AND SPEAK WITH THE OFFICE MANAGER. REALIZE THAT DENTAL OFFICES ARE NOT TRAINING GROUNDS FOR SOMEONE WALKING IN FROM THE STREET, BUT I THINK YOU SHOULD DECIDE WHAT IN DENTISTRY ATTRACTS YOU TO IT. THEN DEPENDING ON WHAT YOU LIKE, THEN RECEIVE THE TRAINING FOR THIS WHETHER IT'S ASSISTING, A HYGIENIST OR A DENTIST.THEY ALL HAVE DIFFERENT REQUIREMENTS FOR WHAT THEY DO.
GOOD LUCK.
Where can I get cheap dental work or help finding dental insurance in DC/MD/Northern VA?
I am at a situation where I must get a root canal very soon since my tooth has an infection and the nerve must be removed.
I just got a crown on this tooth from my dentist who was kind enough NOT to warn me that an infection was possible.
This work used up all my allowance with my current dental insurance, so now I have to pay for any work done myself. It is very expensive and I am looking into the cheapest possible way. The dentist who did this, or my current insurance will not assist me.
Do you know any places I can go that would be cheaper? Or do you know if I can purchase a dental insurance that will help me cover the costs? Thank you
Where can I get cheap dental work or help finding dental insurance in DC/MD/Northern VA?
you might want to try dental school. They usually charge much less than a dentist and they need patient for their studies.
Reply:You might want to look into the eHealthPlus network. Their
dentists give members a substantial break, 50% or more
on dental work that you are describing.
Reply:You might want to consider getting world class dental treatment in India and get a vacation out of it at the same time.
We provide world class dental services in India to international patients. You can learn more at
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I just got a crown on this tooth from my dentist who was kind enough NOT to warn me that an infection was possible.
This work used up all my allowance with my current dental insurance, so now I have to pay for any work done myself. It is very expensive and I am looking into the cheapest possible way. The dentist who did this, or my current insurance will not assist me.
Do you know any places I can go that would be cheaper? Or do you know if I can purchase a dental insurance that will help me cover the costs? Thank you
Where can I get cheap dental work or help finding dental insurance in DC/MD/Northern VA?
you might want to try dental school. They usually charge much less than a dentist and they need patient for their studies.
Reply:You might want to look into the eHealthPlus network. Their
dentists give members a substantial break, 50% or more
on dental work that you are describing.
Reply:You might want to consider getting world class dental treatment in India and get a vacation out of it at the same time.
We provide world class dental services in India to international patients. You can learn more at
http://chandigarhdentist.com/implants.ht...
http://chandigarhdentist.com
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